6 Woodworking Projects You Can Make with Just a Jigsaw

A jigsaw is one of the most useful tools in your shop. It can take any curve you throw at it while also having the ability to rip a perfectly straight line. These six woodworking projects are perfect for practicing your jigsaw skills while making something cool.

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Portable Laptop Computer Stand

Laptop computers are unmatched for portability, but they’re lacking in ergonomics. A good laptop stand helps, but they can be pricey and cumbersome, which detracts from portability. Instead, you can make your own stand that collapses down to a very portable size—and for a fraction of the cost!

Basic Foot Stool

Use a jigsaw to create this simple stool, and dress it up with a round-over router bit. Round-over bits have a way of making jigsaw cuts look smoother, straight cuts look straighter, cheap wood look classier and paint jobs look better. Round-over bits also make wood furniture more comfortable to sit on and touch. Check out our 11 tips for a comfortable reading nook.

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Stacking Totes

Have a couple of hours free this weekend? Build these stacking totes using 1/2-in. plywood and a jigsaw for an inexpensive and very useful solution for stowing toys, shoes, blankets and other clutter out of sight.